Cost of Living in Lake Hughes, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
179.0
100 = national avg
+79.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,766
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$186,173
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing228.5
Food134.4
Transportation174.6
Healthcare127.5
Utilities146.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lake Hughes is 179.0, which is 79.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 228.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,766 per year to cover basic expenses.